Accounts Receivable Accounting Specialist

About the position We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of accounting principles, strong organizational skills, and a customer-first mindset. This role combines financial accuracy with relationship management, ensuring seamless cash application and responsive support for our agents and customers. Our company thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and we value individuals who are adaptable, eager to learn, and capable of working independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture. The Accounting Specialist will work a hybrid schedule from our Springfield, MO office. Responsibilities • Review aging reports, identify past-due accounts, and follow up with agents/customers in line with established collection procedures • Support continuous improvement of AR processes and documentation • Respond to inquiries from agents and customers via phone and email with professionalism and empathy • Provide clear, solution-oriented communication to resolve issues quickly • Navigate and learn industry-specific software platforms • Assist with ad hoc projects and tasks to support the AR team and broader finance function Requirements • Solid knowledge of accounting principles and practices • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Analytical problem-solving ability with a focus on solutions • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Self-motivated with initiative to drive tasks to completion • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams • Ability to work independently while adhering to company policies and procedures • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel® and familiarity with other Microsoft 365 tools preferred • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience (accounts receivable focus preferred) • Previous customer service or client-facing experience strongly preferred Benefits • comprehensive health care coverage • a 401k plan • tuition reimbursement Apply tot his job